WASHINGTON, July 4 (Bernama-Anadolu) -- United States (US) President Joe Biden is not considering withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race despite calls for his resignation after a poor debate performance, Anadolu Agency (AA) quoted the White House on Wednesday.
"Absolutely not and you heard directly from the campaign as well," spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters when asked if Biden was considering leaving.
When asked if there was any discussion about Biden resigning if he suspended his campaign, the spokeswoman replied, "Absolutely not."
She said that in recent days, Biden "has connected with" House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, Representative Jim Clyburn, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and Senator Chris Coons.
The president will also meet more than 20 Democrat governors later on Wednesday.
A new poll from The New York Times and Siena College revealed that Trump has widened his lead in the race.
It showed Trump ahead of Biden among likely voters, 49 per cent to 43 per cent.
Biden is facing growing pressure to leave the race following his poor debate performance against former President Donald Trump.
Some Democrats believe Biden's candidacy would hurt the party's chances in the November elections.
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